Case study
2019 BMW 523i
REAL WORK. REAL RESULTS.
Initial Inspection
A comprehensive diagnostic scan was carried out, revealing multiple stored fault codes
The fault codes were cleared and the vehicle was road tested to determine which faults were currently active.
Diagnosis Process
Following the road test, the vehicle was rescanned and the following fault codes returned:
- 930798 – Aerial, luggage compartment: Short circuit, line disconnection or faulty
- 9307B6 – Outside door-handle electronic module, passenger rear: Non-permissible current value on unlock line
Fault Found
Two faults were identified:
- Loose luggage compartment aerial sensor
- Faulty left rear outer door handle electronic module
The defective door handle module was responsible for the intermittent locking and unlocking behaviour as well as the warning messages being generated within the vehicle.
Repair Completed
- Secured luggage compartment aerial sensor
- Sourced and replaced door handle
Outcome
Dashboard warning light resolved Door locking system operating normally No further intermittent locking or unlocking issues All fault codes successfully cleared Vehicle passed final road test and diagnostic checks
VEHICLE
BMW 523i
Year: 2019
THE PROBLEM
Dashboard warning light and intermittent automatic door locking/unlocking.
DIAGNOSIS
Road test scan revealed two faults: luggage compartment aerial circuit and rear passenger door-handle unlock line.
THE REPAIR
- Secured luggage compartment aerial sensor
- Sourced and replaced door handle
THE RESULT
Warning light resolved, door locks operating normally, fault codes cleared, and road test passed.
JOB PHOTOS
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